athens at war

• What is the main focus of the study material?

  Athens of war in the 5th century
• What was the structure of the Athenian army in the 5th century?

  • Large public treasury funded military campaigns
  • Male citizens expected to serve in the military until age 60
  • 30-50% of citizens served as hoplites, light-armed troops
• What percentage of Athenian citizens were expected to serve in the military?

  30-50%
• Who were the wealthiest citizens in Athens during the 5th century?

  Cavalrymen
• How were the cavalry units in Athens organized?

  Led by three commanders, divided into ten units
• What were the roles of the Athenian navy in the 5th century?

  • Key strength of Athens
  • Controlled trade routes and protected the empire
  • Comprised around 200 ships
• What type of ships made up the Athenian fleet?

  Triremes
• What was the primary function of the Athenian triremes?

  Naval warfare and trade protection
• How did the wealth of Athenian citizens influence their military roles?

  Wealthy citizens served as cavalrymen
• What were the key components of the Athenian military structure?

  • Public treasury funding military campaigns
  • Male citizens serving until age 60
  • Cavalry led by commanders, divided into units
  • Navy as a key strength with triremes
• What was the age limit for Athenian citizens serving in the military?

  Until age 60
• What was the role of hoplites in the Athenian army?

  They served as heavily armed infantry
• What was the primary weapon of the Athenian hoplites?

  Spears and shields
• How did the Athenian military structure reflect its societal values?

  Emphasized citizen participation and wealth
• What were the expectations of Athenian citizens regarding military service?

  • Expected to serve in the military
  • Contribute to the defense of the city
  • Participate in naval and land battles
• What was the role of the wealthy citizens in the Athenian navy?

  They served as trireme captains
• What was the significance of the Athenian navy in the 5th century?

  It was crucial for trade and military dominance
• How did the Athenian military structure contribute to its success in warfare?

  By integrating wealth and citizen participation
• What were the challenges faced by Athenian citizens who could not afford hoplite armor?

  • Unable to serve as hoplites
  • Limited military roles available
  • Often served as light-armed troops or not at all
• What was the composition of the Athenian cavalry?

  Wealthy citizens serving as cavalrymen
• How did the Athenian army's structure reflect its democratic values?

  By involving male citizens in military service
• What was the impact of the Athenian navy on its empire?

  Enabled control over trade routes
• What were the roles of the lower classes in the Athenian military?

  • Served as light-armed troops
  • Supported the main forces
  • Contributed to naval operations
• What was the primary formation used by the Athenian army?

  Phalanx formation
• What was the significance of the Athenian hoplites in battles?

  They formed the backbone of the army
• How did the Athenian military adapt to different combat scenarios?

  By utilizing various troop types and formations
• What were the key features of the Athenian military campaigns?

  • Funded by public treasury
  • Involved citizen soldiers
  • Utilized both land and naval forces
• What was the role of the Athenian light-armed troops?

  Supported the hoplites in battle
• How did the Athenian military structure influence its political landscape?

  Encouraged citizen involvement in governance
• What was the relationship between wealth and military service in Athens?

  Wealth determined the type of military role
• What were the expectations of Athenian citizens regarding military service?

  • Expected to serve in the military
  • Contribute to the defense of the city
  • Participate in naval and land battles
• What was the primary weapon of the Athenian hoplites?

  Spears and shields
• What was the significance of the Athenian navy in the 5th century?

  It was crucial for trade and military dominance
• How did the Athenian military structure contribute to its success in warfare?

  By integrating wealth and citizen participation
• What were the challenges faced by Athenian citizens who could not afford hoplite armor?

  • Unable to serve as hoplites
  • Limited military roles available
  • Often served as light-armed troops or not at all
• What was the composition of the Athenian cavalry?

  Wealthy citizens serving as cavalrymen
• How did the Athenian army's structure reflect its democratic values?

  By involving male citizens in military service
• What was the impact of the Athenian navy on its empire?

  Enabled control over trade routes
• What were the roles of the lower classes in the Athenian military?

  • Served as light-armed troops
  • Supported the main forces
  • Contributed to naval operations
• What was the primary formation used by the Athenian army?

  Phalanx formation